Caregiver

NMC; Al Ain; On-site; AED 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NMC in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Nursing Assistant to deliver safe, timely patient care under licensed nursing staff. You will assist with ADLs, support transfers, and help with therapy sessions while maintaining a clean, safe environment.

Applicants should have a 6-month Nursing Assistant course or nursing degree with license considerations, English communication skills, and BLS certification. Arabic is desirable; a willingness to work across departments is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: Certification in Nursing Assistant (6-month course) or nursing graduate without local license.
• One year of healthcare experience.
• Willingness to work across departments as needed.
• American Heart Association BLS qualification required.
• Clear English communication (spoken and written).
• Desirable: ability to communicate in Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care and service under supervision to ensure safety and timeliness.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and reflect the chain of command.
• Assist with activities of daily living under licensed nursing staff supervision.
• Support escort of patients within the clinical setting.
• Maintain cleanliness and a safe environment for recovery.
• Report changes in patients’ condition to licensed nursing staff.
• Assist in therapy sessions as directed by professionals.
• Stock rooms and ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained.
• Respond promptly to emergencies following policies and procedures.

Education

Certification in Nursing Assistant (minimum 6-month course)

Nursing graduate without a home country license

One year working experience in a healthcare environment

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider qualification

English communication skills (spoken and written)

Arabic language skills (desirable)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Registered Nursing Staff, will deliver patient care and service which is safe and timely.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and elevate accordingly reflective of the chain of command.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned within his/her scope and ability.
• Support the escort of patients within the clinical setting.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, toileting, and feeding, under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Perform manual handling tasks, such as patient transfers and mobility, based on competency and experience.
• Provide assistive care to tracheostomized patients under the direction of a registered nurse, ensuring proper training and updated competencies.
• Engage in play activities with pediatric patients under the supervision and guidance of licensed nurses and therapists, where appropriate.
• Monitor and promptly report any changes or concerns in patients’ conditions to licensed nursing staff.
• Support patients during physical, occupational, or speech therapy sessions as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms and ensure a safe environment conducive to recovery.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, provide emotional support, and relay pertinent information to nursing staff.
• Stock patient rooms with appropriate supplies and ensure medical equipment is cleaned and maintained as required.
• Participate in patients' social activities to enhance their quality of life.
• Assist patients and their families with housekeeping, laundry services, food preparation, and errands as needed.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations and initiate assistance following established policies and procedures.

Contribute to performance improvement and continuous quality improvement initiatives within the healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Registered Nursing Staff, will deliver patient care and service which is safe and timely.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and elevate accordingly reflective of the chain of command.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned within his/her scope and ability.
• Support the escort of patients within the clinical setting.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, toileting, and feeding, under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
• Perform manual handling tasks, such as patient transfers and mobility, based on competency and experience.
• Provide assistive care to tracheostomized patients under the direction of a registered nurse, ensuring proper training and updated competencies.
• Engage in play activities with pediatric patients under the supervision and guidance of licensed nurses and therapists, where appropriate.
• Monitor and promptly report any changes or concerns in patients’ conditions to licensed nursing staff.
• Support patients during physical, occupational, or speech therapy sessions as directed by healthcare professionals.
• Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms and ensure a safe environment conducive to recovery.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, provide emotional support, and relay pertinent information to nursing staff.
• Stock patient rooms with appropriate supplies and ensure medical equipment is cleaned and maintained as required.
• Participate in patients' social activities to enhance their quality of life.
• Assist patients and their families with housekeeping, laundry services, food preparation, and errands as needed.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations and initiate assistance following established policies and procedures.

Contribute to performance improvement and continuous quality improvement initiatives within the healthcare setting.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification & Experiences

• Minimum qualification: Certification in Nursing Assistant (minimum 6-month course) or a Nursing graduate without a home country license.
• One year working experience in a healthcare environment
• Be willing to work across departments when necessary
• Have a valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider qualification
• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written)

Essential: the post holder must

• Minimum qualification: Certification in Nursing Assistant (minimum 6-month course) or a Nursing graduate without a home country license.
• One year working experience in a healthcare environment
• Be willing to work across departments when necessary
• Have a valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider qualification
• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written)

DESIRABLE: The post holder should have:

• Be able to communicate effectively in Arabic